Taapsee: Shadow will be a commercial treat

Taapsee: Shadow will be a commercial treat

Taapsee Pannu has had a good run in Telugu films having worked with some big directors such as K Raghavendra Rao, who directed her debut film Jhummandi Naadam, and Krishnavamsi, at the start of her career.

She is cast opposite Venkatesh in Shadow, directed by Mehar Ramesh.

In this exclusive one-on-one, the pretty actress throws light on Shadow, working with the superstar Venkatesh, and her future projects.

Were you happy when you were offered Shadow which stars Venkatesh?

I thought it was a huge movie as it had Venky Sir and was directed by Mehar Ramesh.

It seemed a bit contradictory as Venky Sir is a family hero and Mehar Ramesh makes stylised movies. However, I thought it was going to be worth it to be part of this film.

'My role is more stylised than just looking hot'

After quite a while (after three movies) I am donning a glam look. It's not just a glam look like the one I sported in Veera.

In Shadow, it's more stylised glamour and not just looking hot. I have paid particular attention to costumes. It's a different look, which has been styled specially by the designers.

As far as the role is concerned, I play the love interest. It's the usual cliched role. What makes me stand out is the styling.

Who has done the styling?

There are two designers, Divya and Lipsa from NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology), who have been with me from Mogudu days. They have worked on Shadow and also Chandu Sir's (Chandrasekhar Yeleti)'s film (titled Sahasam now).

I blindly trust these two girls. I do not even go for a costume trial. I had the choice of Bollywood designers but I know Divya's and Lipsa's creativity. I share a comfort level with them. They have the urge to prove themselves.

The styling will be talked about. It will be something not seen in the Telugu industry.